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2025 Hyundai Elantra And Sonata Achieve TOP SAFETY PICK+ Awards From IIHS For Enhanced Safety Features
Hyundai has achieved a significant milestone with the Elantra and Sonata models receiving the 2025 TOP SAFETY PICK+ awards from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). This recognition brings Hyundai's total to seven TSP+ awards for 2025. The Elantra, Sonata, IONIQ 5, IONIQ 6, Kona, Tucson, and Santa Fe have all been acknowledged for their top-tier safety features.
The IIHS has introduced stricter testing criteria for second-row occupant safety in 2025. Vehicles must now achieve an acceptable rating in these updated tests to qualify for the TOP SAFETY PICK award. A good rating is necessary to earn the TOP SAFETY PICK+ designation. These changes underscore the importance of rear occupant protection in modern vehicles.
Hyundai's commitment to safety is evident through its continuous advancements in vehicle design and technology. "Safety is a priority at Hyundai, and we continually enhance vehicle safety through advanced research, design, engineering, and technology," stated Cole Stutz, chief safety officer at Hyundai Motor North America. The recent awards highlight Hyundai's dedication to maintaining leadership in automotive safety.
To qualify for a 2025 TSP/TSP+ award, vehicles must perform well in several tests. These include small overlap front and updated side tests. Additionally, they need an acceptable or good rating in pedestrian front crash prevention evaluations during both day and night conditions. All trims must feature headlights rated as acceptable or good.
Hyundai Motor America offers a diverse range of vehicles to U.S. consumers, including cars, SUVs, and electrified options. The company supports Hyundai Motor Company’s vision of Progress for Humanity. With significant operations across the U.S., including its headquarters in California and manufacturing plants like Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama, Hyundai contributes substantially to the U.S. economy.
Industry Leadership
The parent company, Hyundai Motor Group, leads the industry with a total of 15 TSP/TSP+ awards for 2025. This achievement reflects Hyundai's ongoing efforts to prioritise safety across its vehicle lineup. The company's focus on research and development ensures that its vehicles meet stringent safety standards.
The updated moderate overlap front test requires an acceptable rating for TSP qualification but demands a good rating for TSP+. These rigorous standards ensure that only vehicles with superior safety features receive recognition from IIHS.
Hyundai's extensive operations in the U.S., combined with those of its 850 independent dealers, contribute significantly to the economy by generating $20.1 billion annually and supporting 190,000 jobs according to a recent economic impact report.
The recognition of Hyundai's Elantra and Sonata models with TSP+ awards highlights their exceptional safety features. This achievement underscores Hyundai's dedication to enhancing vehicle safety through innovation and technology advancements.
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